God, we long for peace and justice on behalf of those whose lives have been torn apart by violence, corruption and abuse. Hear us, O God.
C Your mercy is great.
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Our Father in heaven, we have seen already far too many tragedies this year. Bring wisdom, common sense, and leadership to all of our leaders who are trying to reduce violence and bloodshed in our country. Hear us, O God.
C Your mercy is great.
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Holy Father, turn the nations from violence and bloodshed to genuine concern for the common good. We pray for our own culture, which promotes violence in so many ways: through movies, video games and all sorts of images . Help us to recognize what is bad for us. Hear us, O God.
C Your mercy is great.
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God, our world is as challenged as ever by economic disparity, poverty and a lack of job opportunities. Send prophets and people who speak the truth. Inspire our work for justice and equal opportunities. Help us to share our blessings. Holy God,
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_____________________________________________________________________________________ D We pray for people in countries where no freedom of expression is tolerated and no humor or satire lighten the spirits of people. We also pray for those who abuse or overextend freedom of speech and do more harm than good. Your will be done.
C Your will be done on earth, O Lord.
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Today we pray for all those who are unemployed or underemployed, who seek to make a living and struggle to find opportunities. Help, support and bless them! Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.
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Lord of the nations, teach us to fight for justice and advocate for those who have no voice. We give you thanks for the charity of our local food banks and for every donation of food and clothing given to extend our love and care for others. Hear us, O God.
C Your mercy is great.
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Let us pray for judges and lawyers, for policemen and law enforcement agents that they make straight what is crooked and use wise judgments. May they be guided by the one who speaks the ultimate word of justice. Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.
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God our justice, you dignify our labor by sharing our toil. Grant workers fair employment, adequate income, and safe conditions. Bring an end to the exploitation of children, women, and those most vulnerable. Help the economy in our country to be strong, fair and green. Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.
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O God, you give food to those who hunger and justice to those who are oppressed. Continue to bless the rulers and rich of every nation who do not neglect the poor but generously share their bread. Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.
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D God of justice, you are gracious and righteous. We plead for the people all over the world who are trapped in warfare and poverty. Help us always to be vigilant and courageous in the face of injustices. Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.
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God of hosts, you demand justice and hate oppression. Give the world honest leaders who speak the truth, uphold the rights of the poor, and work for the good of all (especially). Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.
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Ruler of the nations, help us make wise decisions for the good of all and elect leaders who will use their authority to further justice and peace in the world. We thank you for the gift of democracy. May it not fall victim to selfish partisan tendencies! Hear us, O God.
C Your mercy is great.
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Lord, we pray for the refugees of this world who have been forced out of their homes by warfare and whose future is uncertain. Be with those holding out in danger zones, hoping for a new beginning. Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.
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God of wisdom, you provide for all peoples and nations. We pray for governments and international organizations, for all who shelter refugees and strive for peace and justice. This morning we pray especially for the staff and ministry of Food for the Poor. Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.
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We pray for the leaders of our country and all the people of the United States: renew a sense of citizenship, a hunger for justice and equality, a willingness to sacrifice and pursue noble goals. Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.
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We pray against violence in our country and against the use of weapons to murder innocent people. We pray against the insanities of mass shootings and mourn our inability to stem the tide of bloodshed. Lord, in your mercy,
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We ask Lord that you pour out your Spirit of compassion on all who suffer: for Christians persecuted because of their faith, for children who are bullied, and for all we name before you now. (Pause) Hear us, O God.
C Your mercy is great.
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Lord, you call us to be part of the new creation in Jesus Christ our Lord. Turn blind patriotism into genuine care for all people. Turn “them “ into “us” and “they” into “we”. Take down sinful prejudices and clean out your church of all attitudes that offend your spirit. Lord, in your mercy,
C hear our prayer.